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" News Parade of 1954 " Castle Films Newsreel Truce in Korea Puerto Rican Terrorists Xd10274 (1954)

1954 · Short film · 8 min

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Made for the home market by Castle Films, one of the 20th Century's most successful 16mm and 8mm home movie companies, this newsreel recounts news events of 1954. It was released in 1955. Opening titles: Castle Films News Parade of 1954 (:08-:15). Title: Truce in Korea. Korean troops march, U.S. troops leaving. U.S. soldiers return home to happy crowds. People hug, the return of loved ones. Title: Indo-China War and Peace. French fight in the jungles of French Indo-China aka Vietnam. Troops march, some injured. China asks for peace in Geneva. French Premiere and Britain's Foreign Secretary step off a plane and shake hands with those awaiting their arrival in Geneva. Cease fire agreement signed by French and Vietnamese. People shake hands (:16-2:27). Title: Violence in Congress. Washington, D.C., Puerto Rican terrorists shoot in the halls of congress, five congressmen were hit. The injured were lead out into ambulances. Ambulances leave the scene. three men and one woman were arrested. Those responsible are shown. Their firearms are put on display. Title: Revolt in Guatemala. United Nations meeting. Guatemala is in upheaval, and backed by Russia, the United States isn't pleased. U.S. Ambassador Lodge made strong comments towards the Soviets (2:28-3:38). Title: Pope Pius X Made Saint. A huge crowd at the Vatican for the elevation of a pope to sainthood. Pope Pius XII leads the way. Catholic service. Painting of Pope Pius X. Title: St. Lawrence Seaway Project Begins. Canadian…

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Running time
8 minutes
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Ephemeral Films

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